I37.8
BillableOther nonrheumatic pulmonary valve disorders
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Other types of pulmonary valve problems not caused by rheumatic fever, such as valve prolapse, sclerosis, or other degenerative conditions affecting blood flow to the lungs.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code for nonrheumatic pulmonary valve disorders that don't fit stenosis or insufficiency categories
- •Document the specific pathology to support medical necessity and provide clinical clarity
Code Hierarchy
└I37Nonrheumatic pulmonary valve disorders└I37.8Other nonrheumatic pulmonary valve disorders
└I37.8Other nonrheumatic pulmonary valve disorders